Backbeat Music Academy

Backbeat Music Academy offers private lessons, try-everything lessons, summer camps, group classes, and band classes. Students can take one-on-one lessons on one or multiple instruments, explore instruments before choosing a path, join small group classes, or play in Rookie Rockers Band, Garage Bands, or In The Pocket. The space has hundreds of instruments from around the world, including drums, voice, piano, guitar, ukulele, handpan, bass, cello, violin, viola, trumpet, trombone, banjo, and mandolin.

Programs

• Private Lessons — 3-5, 6-12, teens, adults · Flexible; students can reschedule anytime. Private lessons are available in 30-minute, 45-minute, and 60-minute weekly options. · $174–$339 per month · One-on-one lessons that can include one or multiple instruments; students may try different teachers or instruments, and siblings, parents, or friends can join free in some lesson formats.
• Try Everything Lessons — 3-5, 6-12 · For beginners or curious students; explore many instruments before choosing a path.
• Summer Camps — Creative, hands-on camps for first-timers and experienced musicians.
• Group Classes — 3-5, 4-6, 7-13, teens, adults · Weekly classes; usually 1 hour, or 45 minutes for ages 4-6. · $135 per month · Includes Rock Bands and Try Everything classes; small groups, usually under 6 students.
• Rookie Rockers Band — 4-6 · Weekly · Band classes for 4-6 year olds; students play real instruments, learn real songs, may write their own, and perform in recitals and Band Showcases.
• Garage Bands — school-aged kids · Weekly · For kids getting their first band experience and for those looking to take the next step.
• In The Pocket — Weekly · An advanced band option for kids looking to play music they are proud of with like-minded peers.

At a glance

• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Price range: $135–$339 per month
• General schedule: Private lessons, group classes, and band classes are offered; band classes meet once a week, usually for an hour, or 45 minutes for ages 4-6.

About the provider

Backbeat Music Academy says it is a place where kids learn music on their terms, and that curiosity, confidence, creativity, and growth mindset come first. The page says some bands are award-winning and have performed around the US and locally.

No sign-up fees, recital fees, or long-term contracts. Reschedule lessons anytime; private lessons can be switched to online. The Right Fit Guarantee says a month of lessons can be tried risk-free. Parents can stay in or join lessons, and co-lessons allow a sibling, parent, or friend at no extra charge; for 3 or more, it becomes a band class. Group sizes are usually under 6 students.

What families say

“Rock band lets my kids learn multiple instruments, collaborate, and truly jam together, it’s fantastic. Highly recommend the private + band combo!” — Mardell Antolin Child Parent

“My son has taken drum lessons for 5-6 years, loves every minute, and can freely express himself and perform in a jam-style environment without fear of mistakes!” — June Fernandez Child Parent

“I went from zero music experience to deciphering sheet music and playing a variety of genres, all while having an absolute blast every single week!” — Sheri LaFlamme Child Parent

Last updated October 14, 2026.